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Scope mount for a No.8 rifle
I was unimpressed with the "no gunsmithing" mounts available so I made this from 1/4" T-6 aluminum and used the ejector, backsight and the two extra target sight holes original to the receiver. Although it sits a bit higher than I'd prefer, it's not too high and has remained solid after several months of use so I'm calling it a success. Not sure if I should paint it black or leave it alone.
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Last edited by Steve H. in N.Y.; 11-15-2012 at 03:47 PM.
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11-15-2012 03:41 PM
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That's quite impressive looking Steve. I would say go with 'black' !
Cheers.
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With the scope that high, have you thought about refitting the rear ladder sight with a new made pin? I reckon the battle apperature could still be used with your mount and would retain the clean lines.
Oh, and I'd go with the black finish too.
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You can take it to a shop that deals with trophies, they can oxidize it any colour you like.
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BP, good idea but the bottom of the mount obscures half of the aperture.
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I'm sure that it'd be lower and more 'pro' if you'd just used the FULTON mount. And it's already black too!
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I've got a friend in the upstate of SC who installed a Fulton Picatinny base and IOR Valdada scope on his No.8Mk.1. He shoots that .22 at distances most people wouldn't try with a high power rifle and is quite successful at hitting the targets too!
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Peter, or anyone, is there a site or page I can go to to check out the Fulton mount as mentioned? Is it specifically for a No8? I have looked through their site and found nothing.
TIA, Brad.
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